1987 Buick Riviera vs. 1984 Nissan Santana
To start off, 1987 Buick Riviera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Riviera (150 HP) has 83 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Santana. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Riviera weights approximately 411 kg more than 1984 Nissan Santana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Buick Riviera (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Santana. (132 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Riviera | 1984 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Riviera | Santana |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2560 mm |
